Body found in search for missing Rebecca, 58, from Bleadon

Milly Vincent

30 June 2024 at 5:37 am·1-min read

Avon and Somerset Police said no formal identification had yet taken place. <i>(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)</i> — Avon and Somerset Police said no formal identification had yet taken place. *(Image: Avon and Somerset Police)*

A body has been found in the search for missing 58-year-old Rebecca from Bleadon.

Rebecca, who spent time in Weston-super-Mare, Bristol, and Poole, was reported missing after last being seen in Bleadon on June 2.

Avon and Somerset Police delivered the tragic update on Sunday, June 30.

The force said in a statement: "We're sorry to share a sad update following our appeal to trace missing Rebecca from Bleadon.

"A body was found on Friday 28 June.

"While formal identification has yet to take place, her family are aware & our condolences go out to them.

"A report will be prepared for the coroner."

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